There is 2GB of RAM on board along with 32GB of internal storage. A microSD card slot allows for expansion by up to a further 32GB and free SkyDrive cloud storage is packaged. You also get free access to Here Maps.

Battery life is claimed at up to 11 hours for video playback, thanks to a whopping 8,000mAh battery inside. You get even more when coupled with an optional Nokia Power Keyboard.

"In a market of me-too products, the Nokia Lumia 2520 stands out from the crowd with its unique Lumia design, great hardware and exclusive software experiences," said Conor Pierce, Nokia's general manager for the UK & Ireland.

"The Nokia Lumia 2520 is the first truly connected tablet and we look forward to working with John Lewis to bring this amazing connected experience to their customers."

Our senior ed of news and features has been a tech and games journalist for more than 27 years, and has been with Pocket-lint for over five. Rik has edited a number of videogame magazines in the past, was deputy editor of Home Cinema Choice, and his TV career included stints as co-presenter of Channel 4's Gamesmaster and Sky One’s Games World.